The Radiologic Technology Certificate: To earn a certificate, students must have previously earned an Associate Degree and have completed all of the Cypress College Radiologic Technology Program requirements with a grade of C or better. At least 50% of all coursework must be completed at Cypress College. This certificate requires a total of 66.5 units.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

A student who completes the Radiologic Technology program will be able to:

- Apply positioning skills in all required radiographic examinations.

- Select appropriate technical factors for radiographic examinations.

- Practice radiation protection for all radiographic examinations.

- Employ proper patient care techniques.

- Demonstrate oral communication skills.

- Demonstrate written communication skills.

- Relate to and anticipate the needs of the doctors and technologists.

- Adjust to changes, situations, patient conditions, and deviations from the normal routine.

- Demonstrate knowledge of ethical requirements for an entry-level radiographer along with ethical practices in a healthcare setting.

- Understand his/her professional obligations upon gaining the ARRT status.